Cheap flights from Melbourne to Launceston, Australia
MEL — LST
31 Oct — 7 Nov1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Launceston are usually found in January or August, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Friday
Find flight deals from Melbourne to Launceston
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Launceston (LST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 1 October 2026.
Popular in
April
Cheapest in
January
Average price
$195
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($7 potential increase over avg. return price).
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to Launceston, Tasmania?
The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne to Launceston, Tasmania may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 75 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Launceston, Tasmania?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Launceston, Tasmania (average of $142). Flying from Melbourne to Launceston, Tasmania in April is currently the most expensive (average of $234). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to LST?
Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Launceston. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 1 October 2026.
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Melbourne to Launceston, Tasmania is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 18% on airfare.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to Launceston, Tasmania?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Launceston. Price data was last updated on 26 September 2026.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to Launceston, Tasmania flight should consider departing on Tuesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
How often are flights from Melbourne to Launceston delayed?
About 24% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Launceston have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 84 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Launceston flights?
Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Launceston flights?
Over the past year, Virgin Australia have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 19% of flights being delayed.
Reviews of airlines servicing Launceston
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Launceston. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Launceston. Reviews last updated 1 October 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Virgin Australia,Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Melbourne to Launceston have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
Related info for your journey
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What airport do you fly into for flights to Launceston from Melbourne?
Most people fly into Launceston (LST) if they book a flight to Launceston from Melbourne. On average, Launceston has 11 inbound flights from Melbourne per day from 3 airlines. Launceston is conveniently located just 13.2 km from Launceston’s city centre.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Launceston, Tasmania round-trip?
According to our current data, Jetstar ($73), Virgin Australia ($87), and Qantas Airways ($165) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne to Launceston, Tasmania. Jetstar is currently priced 60% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to Launceston, Tasmania one-way?
For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $53. Users have also found prices from $72 and $133 on Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, respectively.
What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne to Launceston, Tasmania?
Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Melbourne to Launceston, Tasmania on time: United Airlines (87%), Qatar Airways (86%), Malaysia Airlines (81%).
What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Launceston, Tasmania?
While on average a flight from Melbourne to Launceston, Tasmania is generally $191, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $59. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Launceston), you can expect to pay $111 for that flight.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Launceston?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Launceston by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne to Launceston, Tasmania?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Launceston, Tasmania (average of $142). Flying from Melbourne to Launceston, Tasmania in April is currently the most expensive (average of $234). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
Explore flights to Launceston departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 1 October 2026.
Top 3 airlines flying from Melbourne to Launceston
Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Launceston. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 1 October 2026.
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Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Melbourne to Launceston become cheaper?
Yes, Cheapflights has a feature called Price Alert, which notifies users when flight prices change. Track prices for your flight to Launceston from Melbourne today and book when prices fit your budget.
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